In the end, Doggie lay on the ground with tears streaming down his face, questioning his entire existence.
You were the one who told me to go relax in your room. Why did I get beaten up again?
Da Yong gave Doggie the Large Bone his master had rewarded him with that day, and Doggie instantly perked up. You're a true friend! Next time our master's away, I'll take you into the room to "relax" again!
The next day.
Everyone got up bright and early. After breakfast, they headed straight for the shops.
Dark Night drew plenty of attention as they walked down the street. Everyone wore black, and though their outfits differed, the styles were similar. Coupled with their air of ruthless decisiveness, they made quite an impression.
Everything about them practically screamed, I'm an expert.
The members of Dark Night were long accustomed to all kinds of stares and continued forward without a change in expression.
"Why are there so many people? The whole town's turned out," Chenxuan remarked as he looked at the packed crowd.
A-Dai froze. "What do you mean, 'the streets are empty'? There are so many people here. Why would you call them empty?"
Chenxuan opened his mouth, then closed it again. Never mind.
Monkey caught on to at least part of it. "See that? Little Brother Xuan doesn't even want to bother with an illiterate like you!"
"How am I illiterate? You know what it means? Then explain why he said the streets are empty!"
"Of course I know, but I can't be bothered with you either."
"Save your arguing for when we get home. Mind your image."
"Hmph!"
The four shops were already next to one another, with two on each side. This time, they hadn't set up a stage for